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Gran Vía
CultureVisit: ~60 minFree
Madrid's great avenue was opened from 1910 by demolishing more than 300 buildings, and its 1.3 kilometres sum up the architecture of the 20th century: the Metrópolis building and its dome topped by the Winged Victory, the Telefónica building, which was the first skyscraper in Europe, the Capitol building with its Schweppes sign, and the musical theatres that have earned it the name 'Madrid's Broadway'.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Gran Vía: 3 missions
- See a musical on Gran VíaAttend one of the musicals showing at the theatres along the avenue.
- Photograph the Metrópolis buildingFind the best angle on the Metrópolis building from the start of Gran Vía on Calle de Alcalá.
- Find the Capitol building's Schweppes signFind the Capitol building on Plaza de Callao with its famous illuminated sign.
Near Gran Vía
Telefónica Foundation Space32 m awayReal Oratorio del Caballero de Gracia91 m awaySala El Sol127 m awayMuseo Chicote229 m awayMuseum of Senses233 m awayRoyal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando Museum277 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Gran Vía?
Visiting Gran Vía is free.
How much time do you need for Gran Vía?
Allow about 1 h for the visit.
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